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People are demanding even better and faster services as communications technology is evolving at a lightning pace. That demand requires a plan.

Bricks and mortal are the heart and soul of any plan to repair or build things.

But there is another capital plan, which is less obvious, yet requires enormous annual investment, creates good jobs and is a lifeline for consumers and the economy. The best news is taxpayers aren’t required to pay this tab.

This “virtual” capital plan is keeping the Internet humming along at faster speeds, expanding broadband, enhancing wireless service, keeping phone lines crystal clear and delivering a cutting-edge television product – U-verse.

While this capital program doesn’t require public investment, it does require public support.

Senator Clayborne and Representative Brosnahan sponsored the Cable and Video Competition Law to help consumers who were craving more choices in the video marketplace, and it was supported by the General Assembly and Attorney General Madigan.

They, along with Senate President Jones and House Speaker Madigan, understood this was a vital vote for our consumers and our economy

Since it was signed by Governor Blagojevich last June 30th, AT&T has created more than 1,400 jobs related to the rollout of its state-of-the-art video service.

AT&T has also started on a more than $1.3 billion Illinois investment plan over the next several years to bring consumers new services, including high-tech television.

Our elected officials made true video competition a reality. They understood all AT&T wants to continue doing is competing for customers.

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